Eliot Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationEL-ee-it / /ˈɛl.i.ət/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: The Lord is my God; Hebrew: God is my Lord
Historical & Cultural Background
Eliot is derived from the Hebrew name Elijah, which means 'my God is Yahweh.' The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries, particularly in the 19th century. It has been used as both a first name and a surname. Notably, the name has literary connections, most famously associated with the poet T.S. Eliot.
Trend Summary
Eliot has seen a steady rise in popularity in the United States, particularly in the last two decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Eliot
- Elliot
International Variants
- Eliot (French)
- Elliott (English)
Famous people named Eliot
Eliot Ness was an American law enforcement official, famous for his efforts to enforce Prohibition in Chicago.
Eliot Spitzer is an American lawyer and politician who served as the Governor of New York.
Eliot Paul was an American journalist and author, recognized for his contributions to the field of journalism.
Fictional characters named Eliot
Eliot Waugh is a character from 'The Magicians' series, known for his magical abilities and complex personality.
Eliot Alderson is the main character in the television series 'Mr. Robot,' a cybersecurity engineer with a troubled past.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Eliot was first seen in the United States in 1905. Eliot has ranked as high as #1165 nationally, which occurred in 2012, and has been most popular in New York, California, Massachusetts, Texas, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Eliot has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Eliot (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 15 | |
| TX | 12 | |
| FL | 11 | |
| GA | 7 | |
| NY | 7 | |
| OH | 6 | |
| MD | 6 | |
| TN | 5 | |
| MI | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1905 | 9 |
| 1908 | 6 |
| 1909 | 5 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 8 |
| 1913 | 16 |
| 1914 | 20 |
| 1915 | 16 |
| 1916 | 23 |
| 1917 | 21 |
| 1918 | 14 |
| 1919 | 17 |
| 1920 | 21 |
| 1921 | 23 |
| 1922 | 23 |
| 1923 | 19 |
| 1924 | 18 |
| 1925 | 21 |
| 1926 | 15 |
| 1927 | 16 |
| 1928 | 15 |
| 1929 | 17 |
| 1930 | 11 |
| 1931 | 13 |
| 1932 | 19 |
| 1933 | 21 |
| 1934 | 9 |
| 1935 | 13 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 9 |
| 1938 | 20 |
| 1939 | 18 |
| 1940 | 22 |
| 1941 | 14 |
| 1942 | 43 |
| 1943 | 21 |
| 1944 | 20 |
| 1945 | 17 |
| 1946 | 32 |
| 1947 | 42 |
| 1948 | 28 |
| 1949 | 46 |
| 1950 | 50 |
| 1951 | 44 |
| 1952 | 60 |
| 1953 | 52 |
| 1954 | 58 |
| 1955 | 53 |
| 1956 | 69 |
| 1957 | 43 |
| 1958 | 49 |
| 1959 | 50 |
| 1960 | 91 |
| 1961 | 88 |
| 1962 | 77 |
| 1963 | 66 |
| 1964 | 45 |
| 1965 | 42 |
| 1966 | 45 |
| 1967 | 40 |
| 1968 | 45 |
| 1969 | 42 |
| 1970 | 63 |
| 1971 | 43 |
| 1972 | 30 |
| 1973 | 43 |
| 1974 | 42 |
| 1975 | 61 |
| 1976 | 63 |
| 1977 | 46 |
| 1978 | 61 |
| 1979 | 52 |
| 1980 | 46 |
| 1981 | 34 |
| 1982 | 87 |
| 1983 | 120 |
| 1984 | 82 |
| 1985 | 95 |
| 1986 | 56 |
| 1987 | 70 |
| 1988 | 68 |
| 1989 | 96 |
| 1990 | 82 |
| 1991 | 94 |
| 1992 | 90 |
| 1993 | 79 |
| 1994 | 56 |
| 1995 | 65 |
| 1996 | 83 |
| 1997 | 88 |
| 1998 | 78 |
| 1999 | 92 |
| 2000 | 76 |
| 2001 | 100 |
| 2002 | 106 |
| 2003 | 119 |
| 2004 | 136 |
| 2005 | 129 |
| 2006 | 128 |
| 2007 | 136 |
| 2008 | 142 |
| 2009 | 171 |
| 2010 | 207 |
| 2011 | 178 |
| 2012 | 216 |
| 2013 | 199 |
| 2014 | 192 |
| 2015 | 176 |
| 2016 | 163 |
| 2017 | 173 |
| 2018 | 183 |
| 2019 | 160 |
| 2020 | 152 |
| 2021 | 152 |
| 2022 | 141 |
| 2023 | 138 |
| 2024 | 137 |